Canucks Recall Centre Nathan Smith

Vancouver, B.C. - Vancouver Canucks Senior Vice-President and General Manager Dave Nonis announced today that the Canucks have recalled centre Nathan Smith from the Manitoba Moose of the AHL.

Smith, 25, has appeared in 58 games with the Moose this season, recording 34 points (16-18-34) and 70 penalty minutes. In the 2005-06 season, Smith played in 20 games for the Manitoba Moose, netting nine points (5-4-9) and 57 penalty minutes. He also saw action in one game with the Vancouver Canucks.

The Strathcona, Alberta native has appeared in a total of three career NHL games, all with the Canucks. The 6'2", 206 lbs. centre was Vancouver's first choice, 23rd overall, in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.